Training programme for PhD students

Each PhD student follows a training programme. This programme is based upon your needs and interests and the demands of the Graduate School. The training programme usually amounts to 30 ECTS credits (1 credit is 28 hours of study) and is a mix of general skill courses, necessary to operate in the scientific and industrial world and in-depth courses regarding the research subject.

Courses offered in the programme

To fulfill the training programme several course offers are available.

Courses organized by:

• The Office of the Dean of Graduate Schools
• Your Graduate School
• Other Graduate Schools
• Local and National Research Schools
• The Donald Smits Centre for Information Technology (CIT)
• The University Language Centre
• The University Career Development and Training Centre
• The University Centre for Teaching and Learning

But also attending a conference, be present at research seminars or other activities might be awarded credits. Together with your supervisors and the Graduate School you compose your training programme. The programme is laid down in your Training and Supervision Plan (TSP) and updated every year. More information about your training programme can be found at the website of your GraduateSchool, at the office of your Graduate School or with your PhD coordinator.

University of Groningen introduction event (1 EC; ongoing)

A welcome to Groningen! The Office of the Dean of Graduate Schools organizes a special retreat for new PhD students from all across the RUG to get them acquainted with each other, the university and its surroundings. This 1.5 day activity takes place at the Allersmaborg, situated near the village of Ezinge in the Northern Dutch countryside. Participation is free but limited to groups of ca. 20 participants. All new PhD students should take part within the first three months of their project.

To sign up, fill out the form